THORAX ABDOMEN AND PELVIS

MEDICAL

PELVIS CAVITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The appendix is located in the lower right abdominal region known as the:
A
Right lumbar region
B
Right hypogastric region
C
Right iliac region
D
Right umbilical region
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The right iliac region contains the appendix, cecum, and the right iliac fossa. It is also commonly referred to as the right inguinal region. Pain in this area is generally associated with appendicitis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Normally, the appendix sits in the lower right abdomen. The function of the appendix is unknown.

Detailed explanation-3: -The right lumbar region contains the ascending colon and the right kidney when cecum and appendix lie in the right iliac region.

Detailed explanation-4: -The appendix is usually located at the lower right side of the abdomen. In people with a rare condition called situs inversus, it can be found at the lower left quadrant of the abdomen.

There is 1 question to complete.